Smothered Chicken Drumsticks Dinner

Instructions

Step 1: Season the drumsticks with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the drumsticks on all sides, about 6-8 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add butter and sliced onions. Sauté until caramelized and soft, about 10 minutes.
Step 4: Sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and let the gravy thicken.
Step 5: Return drumsticks to the skillet, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30–40 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Step 6: While the chicken simmers, boil potatoes until fork-tender, then mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
Step 7: Cook peas with butter in a small pot over medium heat until heated through. Season with salt.
Step 8: Plate the smothered chicken with a generous helping of mashed potatoes and peas. Spoon onion gravy over the top and garnish with parsley if desired.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat chicken and gravy in a skillet over low heat or microwave. Mashed potatoes and peas reheat easily in the microwave with a splash of milk or water if needed.